Kalagari - Dhari, Nainital
Kalagari is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Babiyad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalagari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalagari is 054968. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.53 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kalagari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalagari
According to the 2011 Census, Kalagari village had a total population of 147 people, including 74 males and 73 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.07%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 71.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kalagari
Kalagari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalagari
Kalagari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Kalagari is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kalagari is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalagari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalagari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalagari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalagari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalagari
Where is Kalagari located?
Kalagari village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalagari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalagari is Babiyad.
What is the pincode of Kalagari?
The pincode of Kalagari is 263136.
What is the population of Kalagari?
Kalagari had a total population of 147, including 74 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Kalagari?
Kalagari had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalagari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalagari was 84.07%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 71.67%.